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Series 5 Summary

In series five, Barney turns to Ted for advice on how to Robin. But when Barney suddenly starts to be more thoughtful and considerate, Robin naturally assumes he's cheating on her. Things aren't going much better for Ted. While on a blind date, he realises this is the same girl he went on a date with seven years earlier. They still have nothing in common and he is still cracking the same appalling jokes. Things have just got to change...

Episode 1 - Definitions

Definitions: Robin and Barney are puzzled about how they should define their new, non-platonic relationship. Ted's first day as a lecturer doesn't go to plan.

Episode 2 - Double Date

Double Date: Ted goes on a date with Jen. They realise that they dated seven years ago but carry on with the date in order to determine what went wrong the first time.

Episode 3 - Robin 101

Robin 101: Robin and Barney make their relationship official but Barney is finding it hard to adjust from being a bachelor to being part of a couple.

Episode 4 - The Sexless Innkeeper

The Sexless Innkeeper: Marshall and Lily's eagerness to spend time with other couples strains their friendship with Robin and Barney, while Ted gets a new nickname.